Auditions for ‘Man of La Mancha’ on Sept. 9-10

NEW MILFORD — TheatreWorks New Milford is seeking 10 men ages 20 to 65 and five women ages 18 to 65 of all sizes, shapes, colors, and ethnicity who can sing and move well for their next main stage production of “Man of La Mancha.” Actors should come prepared with a monologue and a song that they are very familiar and comfortable with. Please bring music accompaniment or sing A Capella. There will be flamenco and tango-influenced choreography used in this production, experience in this style of dance is a plus. Also needed is a young woman, 20 to 30 years of age with belly dancing experience.

Auditions will be held on Sunday, Sept. 9, from 2 to 6 p.m. and Monday, Sept. 10, from 7 to 9 p.m. at New Milford Methodist Church, 68 Danbury Road, New Milford.

The director is Francis A. Daley, of Danbury, the musical director is Morgan Kelsey and the choreographer is Sandra Hernandez.

“Man of La Mancha” is the story about historical author Miguel de Cervantes who we encounter in prison, awaiting trial by the Inquisition. When his fellow prisoners try to take Cervantes’ belongings from him, including his manuscript, Cervantes proposes a trial in which he proves the merit of the manuscript through a reenactment, enlisting his fellow prisoners as characters in his play.

All roles are available, and both professionals and amateurs are welcome however please note that TheatreWorks is a nonEquity theatre and does not offer compensation.

Rehearsals begin Oct. 15, typically running Monday through Thursday, from 7 to 10 p.m. The play runs weekends from Senior Night on Dec. 6 through closing on Jan. 5. Selected cast members should expect to portray multiple parts within the context of the play.

More information can be found at http://theatreworks.us/actors/index.php and further questions can be addressed to Director Francis A. Daley via email, shagbargh@gmail.com or by telephone at 203-733-2762.